Debbie Arendsen is Chief Human Resources Officer for WSP in the U.S. She is responsible for HR strategy, including talent acquisition, employee development, succession planning, compensation and benefits, and HR technology and operations. With a human resources career spanning 30 years, Debbie’s leadership guides and supports our people, while driving our business strategy through best practice solutions and expertise. Based out of Atlanta, Debbie has been with WSP for four years, and since day one, she has championed our people by fostering positive employee experiences.
Prior to joining the firm, Debbie was with Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), where she led the Americas HR transformation, including implementation of industry-leading Workday technology, redesigning business processes, and implementing a new HR target operating model. She was a member of the company’s HR Leadership Team and delivered HR strategy through partnership with business lines.
Earlier in her career, Debbie worked within the real estate investment management and construction management business lines of Lend Lease. As principal, she led teams of HR business partners to execute strategic objectives in support of business goals.
Debbie graduated Auburn University with a bachelor’s degree in human resources management, and she has a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Georgia.
